Exposed Vocals Artist Spotlight: SÉBASTIEN TELLIER
Few artists embody both mystique and musical brilliance like Sébastien Tellier. A modern-day maestro whose works oscillate between electronic symphonies, orchestral flourishes, and unfiltered emotion, Tellier’s latest release is more than just an EP—it’s an introspective journey into the heart of love and artistic reinvention.
After captivating listeners with the luminous single “Naïf de Cœur,” Tellier now unveils Naïf de Cœur (Alternative Versions)—a reimagined EP that strips down and reconstructs the original song into three stunning new forms. Each version offers a different perspective on the same emotional core, turning a love song into a multifaceted expression of vulnerability, longing, and evolution.
A Trifecta of Emotion: Inside the New EP
- Piano-and-Voice Version:
Tellier bares his soul in a raw, minimalist rendition. Just piano and voice, it’s a delicate take that invites listeners to linger on every lyrical whisper, every note of melancholy. - Johnny Jewel Remix:
The iconic Italians Do It Better producer adds a cinematic, retro-futuristic sheen, infusing the track with noir synths and a sense of wistful yearning. A remix that feels like neon-lit heartbreak. - Midnight Juggernauts Remix:
Here, the tempo rises and the pulse quickens. Midnight Juggernauts transform “Naïf de Cœur” into a kaleidoscopic, electro-driven dreamscape—part cosmic disco, part emotional outburst.
“Naïf de Cœur is about love without filters, without strategy. A raw emotion that I wanted to revisit from different angles, as if each version revealed another truth of the same heart.”
— Sébastien Tellier
In this statement, Tellier sums up the intent behind the project. It’s not simply a remix EP—it’s an emotional archeology, where each version digs deeper into the same truth, revealing new facets of passion, fragility, and human connection.
Coming Soon: KISS THE BEAST (January 30, 2026)
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Sébastien Tellier’s upcoming album Kiss the Beast promises to be one of his most ambitious and eclectic projects to date. Crafted between Paris and London, the record is a sonic odyssey that bridges eras, genres, and generations. It’s equal parts orchestral pop, psychedelic electronica, and avant-garde experimentation.
Boasting an elite cast of collaborators, Kiss the Beast is poised to be a genre-defying opus:
- Victor Le Masne, SebastiAn, Daniel Stricker, Oscar Holter bring production wizardry
- Owen Pallett’s strings add classical gravitas
- Nile Rodgers delivers funk-laced guitar licks
- Features from Slayyyter and Kid Cudi inject contemporary edge and star power
Tracklist Sneak Peek:
- Kiss the Beast
- Naïf de Coeur
- Refresh
- Mouton
- Thrill of the Night (feat. Slayyyter & Nile Rodgers)
- Romantic
- Parfum Diamant
- Copycat
- Animale
- Amnesia (feat. Kid Cudi)
- Loup
- Un Dimanche en Famille
Kiss the Beast is not just an album—it’s Tellier’s flamboyant love letter to pop music itself, drenched in surrealism, intimacy, and glittering production.
A Career of Constant Reinvention
From the early days of “La Ritournelle” to his spellbinding performance at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, Tellier has remained an ever-evolving figure in contemporary music. His catalog is as diverse as it is cohesive, with standout tracks like:
- “Divine” – France’s 2008 Eurovision entry, a glamorous anthem of self-acceptance
- “L’amour et la violence” – a haunting synth ballad
- “Cochon Ville” – outrageous, funky, unforgettable
- “Universe,” “Fingers of Steel,” “A Ballet” – each a unique entry in his ever-expanding sonic universe
As a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and visionary performer, Sébastien Tellier moves fluidly across mediums. He’s created film scores, collaborated with fashion houses, and cultivated a persona that’s equal parts mystic and rockstar. With his signature long hair, dark sunglasses, and enigmatic flair, he continues to inspire designers, filmmakers, and musicians alike.
Exposed Vocals celebrates true artistry—and Sébastien Tellier is a master of emotional transformation. From subtle piano ballads to lush, electronic daydreams, his music continues to challenge, seduce, and resonate. As 2026 approaches, Kiss the Beast promises to be the next chapter in a career defined by fearless reinvention and sonic magic.
Stay tuned. Tellier is just getting started.
